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Akamaru

ah-kah-MAH-roo4 syllables
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A name meaning 'red pill' or 'red circle.' (Japanese)

What does Akamaru mean?

Japanese: A name meaning 'red pill' or 'red circle.'. Akamaru is a Japanese name that can mean 'red pill' or 'red circle,' depending on the kanji used.

Is Akamaru a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Say it out loud a few times in your best across-the-park voice before you commit.

Akamaru in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Akamaru in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Akamaru suit?

Wonderfully unusual

Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

The Pack’s First Review of Akamaru

When Akamaru arrived at the Dog Hotel, the others whispered, "Is he really a toy expert?" I guess we’ll find out if he can manage to keep that squeaky bone safe overnight!

Like Akamaru? Let the Matchmaker do the rest

Eight personalised picks that fit your dog's character — each with a reason it fits.

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